Hackers Claim to Sell Confidential Data of US Critical Infrastructure Manufacturer A group of hackers has claimed to have stolen confidential data from a US critical infrastructure manufacturer. The data includes employee information, customer data, and intellectual property. The hackers are demanding a ransom payment in exchange for not releasing the data. The manufacturer, which has not been named, is a major supplier of components to the US military and other government agencies. The stolen data could potentially be used to disrupt or even disable critical infrastructure systems. The hackers have not yet released any of the stolen data, but they have threatened to do so if the ransom payment is not made. The manufacturer has said that it is not going to pay the ransom, and it is working with law enforcement to investigate the attack. This cyberattack is a reminder of the growing threat to critical infrastructure from cyber attacks. Critical infrastructure is essential to the functio...
The Indian government's plan to introduce new rules for social media platforms to ensure greater accountability and transparency is a significant development in the country's digital landscape. With the widespread use of social media in India, the government's move to regulate these platforms is a crucial step towards ensuring user privacy and protection. The proposed rules seek to address several concerns related to the misuse of social media, including the spread of fake news, hate speech, and other harmful content. Under the new rules, social media platforms will be required to appoint a compliance officer, a nodal contact person, and a resident grievance officer to address user complaints and concerns. They will also be required to establish a grievance redressal mechanism to resolve complaints in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, social media platforms will be required to disclose the origin of messages and remove content within 24 hours of receiving a comp...